Lab Specialist - Molecular Biology & Mouse Research

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Career development

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks an entry-level Laboratory Technician in the Department of Cellular, Molecular, and Genetic Medicine in Richmond. The role supports ongoing research by conducting molecular biology and immunology experiments and maintaining mouse colonies under supervision.

It offers a start date with full-time hours and onsite work. The incumbent will perform tissue culture, PCR, transfection, and other lab techniques, train students, and assist with record-keeping and

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Some experience with standard biological/chemical lab practices is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in biosciences; prior lab experience in cell/molecular biology favored.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cell and molecular biology techniques (e.g., tissue culture, PCR, transfection).
• Maintain mouse colonies (breeding, genotyping, surgery) and manage records of isotope use and disposals.
• Produce experimental reagents (cells, proteins, or viruses) for the lab and assist other team members.
• Train students and others on lab techniques and procedures.

Skills

Cell culture

PCR

Immunoblotting

Mice handling

Transfection

FACS analysis

Tissue culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biosciences

Tools

Autoclave

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University seeks an entry-level Laboratory Technician in the Department of Cellular, Molecular, and Genetic Medicine in Richmond. The role supports ongoing research by conducting molecular biology and immunology experiments and maintaining mouse colonies under supervision.

It offers a start date with full-time hours and onsite work. The incumbent will perform tissue culture, PCR, transfection, and other lab techniques, train students, and assist with record-keeping and